The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has updated the schedule for processing the relicense application for the Phoenix Hydroelectric Project filed by Oswego Hydro Partners, LP. Originally planned for environmental analysis readiness in September 2024, the timeline was adjusted to allow more time for settlement negotiations involving the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Oswego Hydro has reported progress in discussions, especially concerning fish passage, and expects to submit a Settlement Agreement in early 2025. An additional notice will be issued if further schedule changes are necessary.
Simple Explanation
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has given more time to a company called Oswego Hydro Partners to work with wildlife and environmental groups on getting a water power project approved. They're mostly talking about how to help fish swim past the project, and they hope to have a plan ready next year.